Washington Redskins S Tanard Jackson needs a strong showing in training camp in order to make the 53-man roster, according to beat writer Ira Kaufman. Jackson has not played in two years because of multiple violations of the NFL's substance-abuse policy.

The reinstatement of Washington Redskins FS Tanard Jackson will not impact the team's plans at the NFL Draft, according to general manager Bruce Allen. "It won't affect the draft at all," Allen said. "When he was suspended, we understood he had to comply with a lot of rules and regulations. It's a compliment to him that he still has a desire to play."

The Washington Redskins still hold the rights to FS Tanard Jackson but may not want to bring him back if he is reinstated. Jackson will be eligible to file for reinstatement Aug. 31, and the team likely will not be able to hold a roster spot for him.